Schwalbe Rapid Rob Kevlar Guard 29er MTB Tyre

The Rapid Rob is a top choice for rookies. Using the old Racing Ralph tread but used for a new purpose. With Schwable's K-Guard belt under the tread to increase puncture resistance makes it attractive option for beginners.

The Rapid Rob is a top choice for rookies. Using the old Racing Ralph tread but used for a new purpose. With Schwable's K-Guard belt under the tread to increase puncture resistance makes it attractive option for beginners.

Top Features of the Schwalbe Rapid Rob Kevlar Guard 29er MTB Tyre

Wired bead

Kevlar®Guard under tread

Sizes: 29 x 2.25"

Available in black

Weight: 790g ( 29 x 2.25")

Product Data

MTB:

Yes

Weight (g):

790

Tyre Bead:

Wire

Puncture Protection:

K-Guard

Use:

Cross Country, Trail

Wheel Size:

29" (622)

Kevlar®GuardWe have improved the well known Kevlar belt. This protective layer is stronger and safer but at the same time more flexible. This result in the protection level being higher and rolling resistance lower.

About MTB Off-Road Tyres

These tyres are for mountain bikes and intended primarily for off road use, the knobbly patterns provide grip when steering and traction when applying power to the pedals. There is usually a tyre to suit the conditions in which you are riding in so the right choice is important. On dry days a narrow tyre with a smoother central tread can be used, but on a wet day a wider tyre with a deeper knobbly tread pattern is essential or you could be the one in contact with the mud.

About the Schwalbe brand

For over 70 years Schwalbe have dominated the two wheeled tyre industry in Germany and Europe, being voted best MTB tyre brand in Germany for the past two years. From the very early beginnings where the company founder, Earnest-Wilhelm Bohle capitalised on the developing cycle industry, to the ultra modern distribution facility near Cologne, Schwalbe have continued to design and manufacture some of the finest bicycle tyres available. Schwalbe's success is due in part to the effort it makes in product development from lab tests at the manufacturing facility to the hardest proving grounds of all, professional cycle racing. 'Team Gerolsteiner' achieved a very creditable 7th place overall in the 2004 Tour de France and the unique performance of team captain Davide Rebellin winning three major classic races back to back using Schwalbe tyre. Other notable succeses include Normann Stadler winning the infamous Ironman triathlon in Hawaii, riding Schwalbe Stelvio tyres.

Sizing information

Sizing Guide

ETRTO Number

Dimension (26")

25-559

26 x 1

32-559

26 x 1.25

40-559

26 x 1.5

47-559

26 x 1.75

50-559

26 x 1.9

54-559

26 x 2.1

57-559

26 x 2.125

55-559

26 x 2.2

60-559

26 x 2.4

ETRTO Number

Dimension (29")

50-622

29 x 2.0

55-622

29 x 2.2

60-622

29 x 2.4

This is a generic size guide and not all tyres will come in the sizes shown.

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Still getting punctures.
The tyre itself is great and good fun for going cross country and downhill but i am to yet witness any difference in Tyre protection, still i get the same amount of punctures from thorns to glass (no idea why glass was in the woods)
13 June 2015

Great value
It's aRacing Ralph that does not fold.
An excellent budget tyre.
I use a Ralph as a folding spare and run Rob's every day on my commute.
Handles the off road awesome and rolls well on Tarmac and brindle.
03 May 2015

A good all-rounder offering value for money!
I cycle every day on my commute to and from work in all weather and on a variety of terrains, wind, hail, snow, ice and lots of rain have not stopped me from losing grip over the winter period on various surfaces! Fantastic value and highly. I varied the tire pressure to suit the conditions and Rapid Rob has not let me down :-)
27 March 2015

Tyre lost shape after one ride
A bit disappointed I'm afraid. After one, not severe ride, the tyre lost its shape. (looking down it had gone into a S shape curve). Taking the tyre off, it looks like the kevlar lining has come away causing it. I may have been unlucky I guess.
16 March 2015

Product Q & A

Ask your questions and share your answers.

Why are these tyres best for rookies? Is it the increased puncture resistance? I have been cycling for more than 40 years and I have not yet figured out how to avoid punctures, so I like resistance! Is it that they are a bit heavy because of the resistance; if so better to say so! heavy+notflat is better than light+flat.

Answers

Answer:

It's a half price Racing Ralph which is a superb tyre.It's performance is as good in all but the most demanding terrain.Excellent puncture resistance and off road capability but more affordable.Ideal for cycle track commuting.Been running mine every day and carrying a folding Racing Ralph as a spare tyre.